1953 Peugeot 203 vs. 1998 Porsche 911
To start off, 1998 Porsche 911 is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Peugeot 203. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Peugeot 203 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Porsche 911 (443 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 399 more horse power than 1953 Peugeot 203. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1953 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Porsche 911 weights approximately 531 kg more than 1953 Peugeot 203. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1953 Peugeot 203. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1998 Porsche 911 (583 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 503 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Peugeot 203. (80 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1998 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Peugeot 203 | 1998 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Porsche |
| Model | 203 | 911 |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 443 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 583 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 1456 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 92 L |
